12061C472JAT2A

The 12061C472JAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, a recognized producer of passive electronic components for industrial and commercial applications. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, a standard surface-mount form factor widely used in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) like this part are fundamental passive components found in virtually every electronic circuit board. They serve critical functions including energy storage, signal filtering, noise suppression, and decoupling in power distribution networks. Engineers specify ceramic capacitors when they need compact, reliable capacitance in applications ranging from consumer electronics to industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and automotive electronics. The 1206 package size represents a balance between miniaturization and ease of handling during assembly. This particular form factor is popular in designs where space efficiency matters but component density doesn't require the smallest available packages. The part number designation suggests this is a general-purpose MLCC suitable for standard industrial and commercial operating conditions rather than specialized high-reliability or extreme-temperature applications. AVX's product line emphasizes consistency and reliability across production runs, making these capacitors suitable for applications requiring stable performance over time and across temperature variations. Multilayer ceramic construction provides good capacitance density relative to component size, allowing designers to achieve necessary filtering and decoupling performance within tight PCB layout constraints. Engineers might select the 12061C472JAT2A specifically when their design calls for an MLCC in 1206 packaging from an established manufacturer known for quality control. AVX components are commonly specified in industrial equipment, power supplies, motor controls, and systems where component reliability directly impacts uptime and performance. The standardized nature of this part number makes it straightforward to source as a replacement or upgrade component, and its established position in supply chains means it's widely available from multiple distributors. The MLCC category includes variations in capacitance value, voltage rating, temperature coefficient, and dielectric type. Designers typically select specific part numbers based on their circuit requirements for capacitance value, voltage handling, frequency response, and operating temperature range. The 1206 package itself has become an industry standard, ensuring compatibility with standard PCB assembly equipment and processes used across manufacturing facilities worldwide. For engineers designing circuits requiring dependable capacitive performance in a compact footprint, this AVX component represents a proven choice within the broad MLCC family.